The Lost World Epic Adventure in Waitomo, New Zealand

This is Waitomo's Ultimate Adventure. The Epic is more than just an adventure; it's a total experience where friendships are formed. Abseil 100m into the surreal Lost World. Descend slowly bouncing and turning as the mist filtered light gives unreal qualities to the strange plants and formations.

The abseil into the Lost World is at least twice the height of any other cave at Waitomo and the beauty of this iconic cavern is unsurpassed.

The decent takes about 30 minutes. Then have lunch with us down below before taking the wet way out! After lunch, in probably the strangest setting you have ever eaten, you'll head upstream, walking, swimming and climbing through cathedral-size vaults.

You'll see waterfalls, ancient whalebones and oyster fossils as well as the magnificent glowworms. Emerge several hours later and enjoy a hot shower & well-earned dinner BBQ meal near the cave before heading back to Waitomo.

All drinks and meals are included in this awesome 7 hour trip. Minimum age is 15 and there is a minimum amount of 2 participants.

Bring your swimwear, a towel and an open mind.

Our activities have been completed by many celebrities including movie stars and a number of prime ministers. Most trips suit teambuilding and can be tailored to your group requirements.

You will need

~ A free day (7 hours)
~ A sense of adventure
~ No prior experience
~ Swimsuit
~ Towel

We supply

~ Training
~ Wetsuits
~ Gumboots
~ Harnesses
~ Lights
~ Racks
~ Lunch
~ Dinner (Vegetarians catered for)

F.A.Q's:

~~ What is your policy on Fitness, Health & Safety?:
Participants must be moderately fit e.g. be able to go bush walking or skiing for a day. They should not be heavily overweight or suffer from serious health problems such as heart complaints or significant back complaints.

All medical issues must be declared when checking in and also when asked by your guides. In most cases, minor medical issues will not preclude participation. However, it is important that the booking staff and activity guides are made aware of any issues prior to commencement of the activity.

Rescue underground is a slow & difficult process. There is a risk that complications such as hypothermia will make any rescue scenario more dangerous than the same injury sustained above ground.

~~ Can I wear my eye glasses?
Customers please note that we DO NOT recommend the wearing of eyeglasses during our adventure activities - unless impaired vision will affect safety. The reason is that the glasses may be scratched, broken or become lost.

However, it is completely possible to wear glasses during these activities provided appropriate care is taken. If a client does wear glasses they must ensure that they are securely tied on to themselves at all times. They must also accept full responsibility for them.

We strongly recommend that customers carry their own insurance for losses of this kind. There is no liability for for any damage to eyeglasses.

~~ Can children take part?
Yes, they are welcome but please note that all children under 15 years of age must be accompanied by a parent, guardian or mature adult known to the child and aged 18 years and over.

~~ Are there minimum numbers for the activities to take place?
All trips must have at least 2 customers to depart unless otherwise specified.

~~ What about your Guides & Equipment?
ALL equipment is supplied including helmets; lights; specialist vertical gear; overalls or wetsuits (as appropriate) and PVC plastic gumboots. All safety equipment is amongst the best available often manufactured specifically for these applications.

Thick socks are a good idea but optional - if you elect to bring them, they will get muddy.

GUIDE ratios are high - ranging from 1:4 to 1:6 - depending on the activity. All guides are trained to the highest relevant standard for this type of work: NZQA 5489 & NZQA 5490. GUIDES in training are ALWAYS under close supervision by a qualified instructor.

~~ Can I take photographs during the trip?
For Safety & Simplicity, NO PHOTOGRAPHY is permitted during any of these activities. However, there is a photographic service provided by the company. The guides take pre-set photos during the activity. Sorry - they cannot take extra photos - since this will impact on the quality of other client's trips. Clients may choose whether or not to purchase photographs at their own option at the completion of the activity. Photos/CD's are not included in the activity price.

"Ferns and mosses coat massive cliff faces. It is misty, cool, strangely still and alive. It is beautiful in the cave, an eerie magical place. Around us is a breathtaking range of rock formations that includes stalactites, stalagmites, curious burbles, swirls and drips. At times it is easy to imagine you are in the belly of a prehistoric beast." - Karen, New Zealand Style Magazine

"One of the most amazing things you can do in this country" - Lonely Planet Travel Guide

"At the bottom there is a palpable sense of bonding. I stop myself short of shaking my own hand, and like everyone else on the adventure, I am ready to do the whole thing again." - Ross I., NZ Adventure Annual

"SUPERCOOL!"- Mary and Jason S. , California

"Absolutely wicked!! Guides were excellent" - Marianna S. , England

"Awesome! Memorable Moment" - Samantha H.

"Best experience of my year in NZ. You guys rock :)"- Erin W. , Canada

"Top 5 of our life, COOL!" -Marie B. and Sebastien L.

"Lost World - One in a lifetime experience, top class guides, unforgettable" - Mark S. , Laois, Ireland

"Was the coolest thing we have ever done, COOL." - Natalie, Carrie, Canada

"Loved the caves and the guides" -Kristine S., Idaho, USA

This tour offers hotel pick-up within Waitomo Village only. Rates are in US Dollars and all taxes are included. Please reserve online or call 800-719-8190 for reservations or more information.